Life is a series of surprises.
The greatest meliorator of the world is selfish, huckstering Trade.
The wonder is always new that any sane man can be a sailor.
Go oft to the house of thy friend, for weeds choke the unused path.
When the man is at home, his standing in society is well known and quietly taken; but when he is abroad, it is problematical, and is dependent on the success of his manners.
Build, therefore, your own world. As fast as you conform your life to the pure idea in your mind, that will unfold it's great proportions.